| Author |
Schrage, Dorothea Auguste Gunhilde |
| LoC No. |
21005482
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| Title |
Petunia blossoms: Ballads and poems
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| Original Publication |
United States: Gate City Press,1921.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 78.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
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| Summary |
"Petunia Blossoms: Ballads and Poems" by Dorothea Auguste Gunhilde Schrage is a collection of poems published in the early 20th century. This book showcases a variety of themes, including love, nature, family, and reflections on life through lyrical ballads and verses. Schrage’s work encapsulates the sentiments and everyday experiences of her time, offering a glimpse into domestic life and emotional reflections that might resonate with readers of various backgrounds. The collection features poems that celebrate the beauty of nature, such as the titular "Petunia Blossoms," which marvels at the vibrancy of flowers and the joy they bring. Other poems, like "Is Marriage a Failure?" and "Good-By, Daddy," delve into personal and familial relationships, exploring themes of love, loss, and the complexities of life. With a voice that blends nostalgia and wisdom, each poem reflects on the intimate moments of life—from the innocence of childhood to the poignancy of goodbye—creating a tapestry of emotions and experiences that draws readers into the joys and sorrows of human existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
American poetry -- 20th century
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
68573 |
| Release Date |
Jul 20, 2022 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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